Detonator | |
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Worlds of Fun | |
Area | Wild West |
Status | Operating |
Opening date | 1996 |
Ride statistics | |
Attraction type | Space Shot |
Manufacturer | S&S Worldwide |
Height | 210 ft (64 m) |
Drop | 150 ft (46 m) |
Speed | 45 mph (72 km/h) |
G-force | 4.5 up,-1g down |
Capacity | 810 riders per hour |
Vehicles | 2 |
Riders per vehicle | 12 |
Duration | 1 min 32 sec |
Height restriction | 48 in (122 cm) |
Number of towers | 2 |
Fast Lane Plus only available |
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